Irda - Potashpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Irda is a village situated in the Potashpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Brajalalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irda is 344967. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.38 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Irda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Irda
According to the 2011 Census, Irda village had a total population of 1,145 people, including 615 males and 530 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.30%, with male literacy at 95.32% and female literacy at 86.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,145 | 615 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 529 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 86 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Irda
Irda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Irda
Public transport in the Irda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Irda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Irda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irda
Where is Irda located?
Irda village is located in Potashpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Irda?
The Gram Panchayat of Irda is Brajalalpur.
What is the pincode of Irda?
The pincode of Irda is 721440.
What is the population of Irda?
Irda had a total population of 1,145, including 615 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Irda?
Irda had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irda was 91.30%. Male literacy was 95.32% and female literacy was 86.64%.